PMR Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
features of PMR
A
> 60 years old
rapid onset < 1 month
aching, morning stiffness in proximal muscles
mild polyarthralgia, lethargy, depression, fever, anorexia, night sweats
2
Q
investigations for PMR
A
raised inflammatory markers: ESR (plasma viscosity)
- CK and EMG normal
3
Q
treatment of PMR
A
prednisolone
- should respond dramatically
